Banua - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Banua is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Sonuan and around 50 km from P.singhbhum. Sonapos serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banua is 376893. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Banua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banua
According to the 2011 Census, Banua village had a total population of 734 people, including 353 males and 381 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.57%, with male literacy at 89.40% and female literacy at 67.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 734 | 353 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 78 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 270 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 83 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Banua
Banua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Banua
Banua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Banua has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from P.singhbhum to Banua is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banua
Where is Banua located?
Banua village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banua?
The Gram Panchayat of Banua is Sonapos.
What is the pincode of Banua?
The pincode of Banua is 833105.
What is the population of Banua?
Banua had a total population of 734, including 353 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Banua?
Banua had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banua was 77.57%. Male literacy was 89.40% and female literacy was 67.06%.